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Do you LOVE FUDGE? You are going to adore these fudge recipes. Making up a batch of delicious, creamy fudge is easier than you think. You can make all of these recipes in under 30 minutes, with no baking required. Which is the best fudge recipe? That’s for you to decide. We love them all.
Featured Fudge Recipes
#1 Super Easy See’s Fudge Recipe
This easy chocolate fudge recipe is the easiest, most foolproof recipe ever. It comes out smooth every time, never grainy. I have tried other recipes that take much longer to prepare and trust me, it is so unnecessary. You really don’t need more than 15 minutes for perfect fudge. Ingredients include semi-sweet chocolate chips, marshmallow cream, evaporated milk. Make it with or without nuts.
#2 Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Swirl
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge swirl is quite possibly heaven on earth. Think Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup in fudge form. At first glance, I know this looks like a complicated recipe but it is actually very easy. This is a variation of our See’s Fudge recipe. Similarly, you can make this one with under 20 minutes of prep time.
#3 Vanilla Fudge
This is the easiest vanilla fudge recipe ever! You don’t have to stress about getting the perfect “soft ball stage.” In addition, no candy thermometer is needed. You will get perfect fudge every time with the following three ingredients – white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Because of the simpleness of this recipe, you’ll find yourself making it over and over.
#4 Marshmallow Rocky Road Fudge
Rocky road fudge is a staple in our house! We love to make this as a family during the holiday season. Fluffy mini marshmallows surrounded by rich, sweet chocolate with just the right amount of walnut crunch. This homemade fudge recipe is an old favorite family recipe that will be carried on through generations. Swap the walnuts out for cranberries and pecans to make this a lovely Christmas fudge.
#5 German Chocolate Fudge
This is the best, most creamy, melt in your mouth fudge I have ever had. And the German chocolate topping just makes it over-the-top good! You get the best of German Chocolate Cake and creamy fudge in every bite! This makes a beautiful gift or dessert during the holidays.
#6 Mint Chocolate Fudge
Have you ever notice there are so many great things to pair with chocolate? Peanut butter. Caramel. Vanilla. And, of course, MINT. This mint chocolate fudge is a great Christmas fudge recipe, or St. Patrick’s day treat because of the great green color. The mixture of mild mint flavor with rich milk chocolate is a delicious treat that is absolutely irresistible. Use peppermint extract and crush some candy canes on top for a delightful holiday fudge.
#7 Orange Creamsicle Fudge (recipe below)
This heavenly fudge combines the creamy richness of vanilla with a zesty burst of orange. Moreover, if you’re a fudge enthusiast looking for unique fudge flavors, this recipe is for you! It’s a scrumptious twist on a classic favorite, and a guaranteed crowd pleaser.
Questions About Fudge
If fudge will be eaten within a week or two, store it at room temperature in an airtight container in a cool and dry place. Fudge has the creamiest texture at room temperature.
If you want the fudge to keep for 2-3 weeks, it is best kept in the refrigerator in an airtight container with wax paper or parchment paper between the layers of fudge pieces.
Yes, most fudge can be frozen. All of the fudge recipes here can be frozen with the exception of our German Chocolate Fudge. Wrap the fudge tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil before placing it in the freezer. You can also freeze it in a freezer-safe airtight container.
It’s best to thaw frozen fudge in the refrigerator. Keep it wrapped or in the airtight container it was frozen in, and keep it in the fridge until ready to eat.
The base ingredients of most fudge recipes are sugar, butter, a form of chocolate or other flavor, sweetened condensed milk or evaporated milk, and marshmallows or marshmallow cream (fluff).
How to Make Creamsicle Fudge
Creamsicle Fudge
Equipment
- 1 9×13 baking dish
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup butter (REAL butter)
- 3 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 12 oz white chocolate baking chips
- 7 ounces marshmallow cream
- 3 teaspoons orange extract
- 12 drops yellow food coloring
- 5 drops red food coloring
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Put vanilla baking chips and marshmallow cream in a large bowl, set aside.
- Combine sugar, heavy cream and butter in a heavy saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 4 minutes stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and pour in small amounts over the vanilla chip and marshmallow cream.
- Stir until all the vanilla chips are melted. Set 1 cup aside in a separate bowl.
- Add orange extract and colors to the remaining bowl, stir to combine. Pour orange mixture a into greased pan and smooth out.
- Take the bowl of white fudge and drop it in spoonfuls over the orange fudge.
- Swirl around to create a pretty design. Cover and refrigerate.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and store in a Tupperware container.
